1. Vodcasting for Education… Tim Fieldsend

2. Contents… What is Vodcasting? Why Vodcast? Examples Tips Hands On

3. What is Vodcasting? Digital Video Content Made available to consumers (Learners) online Can be viewed on a computer Can be downloaded on to a mobile device

4. Why Vodcast? Engaging Independent Learning Differentiation Learning Styles Accessible Flexible Personalised

5. Pre-Podcasting Model Students Homework becomes a Vodcast Class time spent assisting learners & hands on activities Learners can replay content as many times as needed

6. Some Examples…

7. Your mission…. Plan and shoot your own Vodcast

8. The Tools….. Flip Video Camera Mini Tripod

9. Lighting…. Ensure there is adequate light Try to keep strong light sources behind the camera Avoid shot killers – moving from very dark to very light areas

10. Sound… Avoid background noise – road noise, wind, very noisy classrooms! Speak clearly and naturally

11. Stability… If you can, use a tripod If filming by hand; –Stand with feet shoulder width apart –Hold the camera with TWO hands Don’t overuse the zoom When you move the camera; –Move it smoothly and with purpose –Decide before you move where you will stop

12. Top Tips…. The average YouTube video is 2 mins & 46 secs long Learners Value authenticity over high production values Try to avoid large editing jobs if you can Overshoot your footage

13. Start!!!